6D5N ~ Hanoi + Sapa Valley + Halong Bay Overnight On Cruise

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Duration : 6 Days 5 Nights

Transportation : Car / Cruise

Departure : Daily

Amount : Upper 2 people

This 6 days package is designed for senior customers with wish of the best holiday in northern Vietnam. With our package, customers will visit top attractions in Hanoi capital, next get a day trip to visit Cat Cat Village in Sapa, Lao Cai Province with a completely new itinerary and then spend 2-day 1 night on cruise in Halong Bay. Join us for the adventure today !!!

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Itinerary

DAY (01) (LUNCH & DINNER) ~ ARRIVE HANOI > NEW PROGRAM + COMPLIMENTARY FOOT MASSAGE (30 MINUTES) GUIDED WALKING TOUR AT THE OLD QUARTER HANOI + EGG COFFEE @ GIANG CAFÉ

The appointed tour guide will welcome guests at Noi Bai International Airport (New Terminal Gate 02) then transfer to the city. We will visit landmark attractions: Tran Quoc Pagoda located next to the beautiful West Lake, then drive to Ba Dinh Square and here we may take pictures nearby the President Palace, and lunch at Huong Lien Restaurant which is popular among the Hanoi residents for its famous Bun Cha ~ BBQ pork patties+ vermicelli also Hanoi Fried Spring Roll+ Fried Crab Roll. This restaurant was patronized by the ex-famous travel blogger cum celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain who had invited the Ex-America President - Obama to experience the local street food on his last visit in Hanoi. Next, we will arrive at the beautiful Hanoi Opera House, built-in 1911 by the then ruling French. It’s a phenomenal piece of neo-classical French architecture featuring Gothic themes on the doors and domes with pillars, shuttered windows, balconies and a glass room. Later, at Giang Café to enjoy and experience a cup of Egg Coffee which is popular among the local residents and tourists too. From here we will take a guided walking tour (approximately 500 meters) to the Hanoi Old City Gate, one of the four gates of Hanoi which provided access to the Royal City now the Old Quarter. Originally built in 1010 facing east and the Red River, the present-day structure was constructed in 1749 and it was repaired in 1817 and survived many subsequent wars. Continue walking for 200 meters we will reach Dong Xuan Market and Phung Hung Street. Drive to St. Joseph Cathedral to take pictures, enjoy complimentary foot reflexology for 40 minutes also free time for shopping activities at the Hoan Keam tourists’ site, and later assemble as agreed schedule and venue for dinner arrangement at Net Hue Restaurant. Transfer for hotel check-in, tour programs, and services end.

Ba Dinh Square

Presidential Palace,St Joseph Cathedral and Hanoi Opera House.

Hanoi Opera House

DAY (02) (BREAKFAST / LUNCH / DINNER) ~ HANOI > SAPA VALLEY > CAT CAT VILLAGE > SAPA VALLEY

Local coach company will pick up guests from hotel as per the agreed schedule for transfer services to SAPA via the new highway which has started operations on 21 SEP 2014, the journey is approximately 320 KM and durations approximately 5.5 HOURS (inclusive of 30 minutes for comfort stop) passes thru 05 provinces and cities, namely Hanoi, Vinh Phuc (Tam Dao tourism area), Phu Tho, Yen Bai, and Lao Cai. The new highway will reduce travel time between Hanoi and Sapa town and the Lao Cai International Border Gate to HEKOU, CHINA. Upon arrival in SAPA, check-in hotel follows by lunch and continue tour programs. We will visit Cat Cat- the old village of ethnic groups, especially Black H’Mong. The road leading to Cat Cat Village is an easy and interesting route for trekking. The spot is only within 20-30m minutes walking from Sapa center; and the hike through mountains will offer tourists the wonderful picture of rice paddies, waterfall, or even water buffaloes grazing leisurely. Visiting Cat Cat, tourists will be impressed by the peacefully picturesque sceneries also a chance to have a glimpse into the daily life of local ethnic people, as well as take part in traditional activities such as weaving fabric. It is also a good opportunity to purchase some traditional souvenirs and handicrafts right from the craftsmen. People can also try some local food selling the way upcoming to the hill. Return hotel for freshens up then dinner at local restaurants, tour programs, and services end.

DAY (03) (BREAKFAST & LUNCH ONLY) ~ SAPA VALLEY > HAM RONG MOUNTAIN PARK > HANOI

This morning we will visit Ham Rong Mountain Park ~ this park is essentially a long cobblestone walkway to the top of Ham Rong Mountain. Along the way, there are countless potted orchids, beautifully landscaped gardens and a few really tacky statues of cartoon characters like Scooby-Doo and Mickey Mouse. The scenery is hidden in the fog and echo sound from bamboo flutes of Mong minority boy change this place into a heaven on the earth. Another interesting activity is conquering San May (Cloud Yard), the peak of Ham Rong Mountain at the altitude of 1800m to enjoy the imposing panorama of Sapa town. On sunny days, from here tourists can even see the peak of Fansipan under a clear sky with white cloud floating around. Along the way to San May, tourists may drop by Cong Troi 1, Cong Troi 2 (Heaven Gate 1 and 2) for resting and photo taking. These places also offer visitors a great view of French villas and terraced fields below. Return hotel for freshening up and check out then to a local restaurant for lunch. Guests may continue to explore this beautiful small town or shopping activities at local shops who promote products from border HEKOU, CHINA – plenty of sports attire, trekking shoes &, etc….. We will depart around 3.00 PM and return to HANOI ETA 08.30 PM. Upon arrival in HANOI, the coach company will provide a drop off transfer service from the bus station to hotels in HANOI; tour programs end.

DAY (04) (B/L/D) ~ HANOI > HALONG BAY (OVERNIGHT ON BOARD GLORY LEGEND CRUISE)

Cruise operator’s transport team will pick up guests around 8.00 AM from the hotel. We will drive on the Hanoi-Hai Phong-Ha Long new expressway which was commissioned on 15 SEP 2018, the journey is approximately 130 KM and duration takes 2.5-03 hours inclusive one comfort stop. Upon arrival at Tuan Chau Harbour, Ha Long, embark onboard GLORY LEGEND CRUISE ~ a modern and metal structured cruise that meets international safety features and measures. Cruise manager onboard will introduce cabin crews and conduct a short briefing to the guests on the schedule of tour programs, activities, meal arrangement, the do’s and don’ts and most important the cruise's safety features and measures. Where are we sailing … Lunch will serve around 01.00 PM while cruising in Halong Bay and passing by the beautiful Incense Burner islet, Dog Stone Islet, Fighting Cock islet and Soi Sim beach, Coconut Tree Island. Visiting Tung Sau area …. covered by leaping rocks, cultured pearl fishery; here you can see the process of the jewel from harvesting and sculpting. Moreover, you can have a chance to do kayaking based on your preference. Continue cruising to Titop Beach, where you can enjoy swimming (subject to weather conditions), also may track to the hill top which take 15-20 minutes to enjoy the panoramic view of HALONG BAY. Return to cruise and guests may participate in cooking class demonstration, learn how to prepare the food ingredients and wrapping a Vietnam Spring Roll; it is a wonderful experience. Next, go to the cruise’s sundeck to enjoy the beautiful sunset view at the magnificient bay; guests are entitle Happy Hour Session BUY ONE GET ONE FREE off all beverages available onboard. Dinner will start around 7.30 PM, casual dress code for the evening. Guests’ may order fruit juices, bottled drinking water, beers or wines at own expenses (affordable and minimal costs only). In the evening guests may also enjoy board and card games or join squid fishing with crew members (without charges), enjoy a night with blanket of stars.

DAY (05) ~ (BREAKFAST, BRUNCH & DINNER) ~ HALONG BAY > SUNG SOT CAVE > TUAN CHAU HARBOUR > HANOI

Enjoy sun rise view on this beautiful bay, continental breakfast will serve on board. We will visit SUNG SOT CAVE (SURPRISED CAVE). Ascending to the grotto, the way is covered by trees and foliage, and consists of great paved stone blocks. Inside, it is partitioned into two chambers; the first one being similar to a wide theatre hall. Many strangely shaped stalactites hang from the high ceiling. A narrow passage leads to the second room, where a flow of light meets visitors. The chamber is so immense it could contain thousands of people at one time. At the deepest point of the grotto, a "royal garden" appears with a clear pond and a seemingly fascinating landscape of mountains. Return to cruise, get ready to check out and leave the luggage in front of the cabin’s door; enjoy lunch while cruising back to Tuan Chau Harbour. Disembark from cruise and continue journey return to Hanoi. Dinner at local restaurant, transfer back to hotel and tour programs, and services end.

DAY (06) ~ DEPART HANOI (BREAKFAST ONLY)

Assemble as per agreed schedule at hotel’s lobby for pre-arranged transfer services to airport, flight home with “AN AMAZING HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE IN VIETNAM”.

Price & Inclusion

PRICE PER GUEST: US$01= VNĐ 23,500

*PROPOSED HOTEL(S)*	*TWIN SHARING*	*SGL SUPPLEMENT*	*HANOI HTL EXT*
LA SANTE HOTEL / LA DOLCE VITA HOTEL	MIN 02 TO GO USD505.00/GUEST	USD228.00/GUEST	USD43.00/ROOM BREAKFAST X 02 PAXS
AUTHENTIC HANOI HOTEL / SKYLARK HOTEL	MIN 02 TO GO USD530.00/GUEST	USD240.00/GUEST	USD50.00/ROOM BREAKFAST X 02 PAXS
GRAND CITITEL HANOI / THE LIGHT HOTEL	MIN 02 TO GO USD585.00/GUEST	USD255.00/GUEST	USD74.00/ROOM BREAKFAST X 02 PAXS

TOUR PACKAGE PRICES ABOVE INCLUDE ITEMS AS FOLLOWS:

Three nights’ accommodation in HANOI as above proposed hotels + daily buffet breakfast.
ONE night accommodation in SAPA VALLEY ~ SAPA GREEN HOTEL or similar class + daily buffet breakfast.
ONE night accommodation in HALONG onboard GLORY LEGEND CRUISE or similar class + daily buffet breakfast.
Complimentary foot reflexology services for 40 minutes @ The Old Quarter, Hanoi + Egg Coffee @ Giang Café.
ONE meal at Huong Lien Restaurant, Hanoi ~ North Vietnam Cuisines ~ Bun Cha + Hanoi Spring Roll + Crab Roll.
ONE meal at Net Hue Restaurant, Hanoi ~ Central Vietnam Cuisines ~ Bun Bo Hue + Banh Khoai + Com Hap La Sen, etc.
HANOI city tour attractions (04 hours) include Tran Quoc Pagoda @ West Lake, Ba Dinh Square, Hanoi Old City Gate, Dong Xuan Market, Phung Hung Street, The Old Quarter ~ 36 Ancient Streets, Hoan Keam shopping site for tourists, take photograph nearby to President Palace, St Joseph Cathedral and Hanoi Opera House.
SAPA VALLEY attractions include CAT CAT VILLAGE + HAM RONG MOUNTAIN.
GLORY LEGEND CRUISE ~ 02 Days / 01 Night program include (01B+02L+01D), will cruise in Ha Long Bay, kayaking or ride on bamboo boat paddle by local fisherman at Tung Sau beach area also visit local cultured pear farm to see the process of the jewel from harvesting and sculpting. Continue cruising to Titop Beach, where you can enjoy swimming (subject to weather conditions), also may track to the hill top which take 15-20 minutes to enjoy the panoramic view of HALONG BAY. Return to cruise, participate in cooking class demonstration activities, squid fishing and following day with Thai-Chi Class and visit Sung Sot @ Surprised Cave.
Guided tour programs, admission fees to all attractions and meal arrangements as mention in the propose tour itinerary.
Seat in coach sharing type transport services from the airport to the hotel and vice versa also for entire tour programs.
Tour commentaries by a local tour guide will conduct in ENGLISH / MANDARIN language.
One bottle of filtered drinking water will provide daily on the coach.

TOUR PACKAGE PRICES ABOVE DO NOT INCLUDE ITEMS AS FOLLOWS:

International airfares to VIETNAM & vice versa.
Comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy from guests’ country of origin.
Tips for local tour guide and coach captain @ USD 18.00/GUEST for 06 DAYS PROGRAMS will pre-collect
All kinds of personal, surcharge of Vietnam's occasions and incidental bills such as telephone bills, laundry services, room services, tour activities and meals not mentioned in tour programs, etc.

REMARKS:

The transfer services from Hanoi to Sapa and vice versa will operate by the local executive coach company.
The appointed tour guide will not escort guests for transfer services from Hanoi to Sapa and vice versa.
The appointed tour guide in Sapa Valley will pick up and drop off guests at the local bus terminal.
The appointed tour guide in Hanoi will not escort guests for transfer service from hotel to airport.
Please refer separate page for peak season travel period and surcharges apply.
For Muslim guests, the meal arrangements at Certified Halal Restaurants in Hanoi are without additional charges.
For Muslim guests, Sapa restaurant operators will prepare vegetarian menus.
For Muslim guests, Ha Long Bay cruise operator will provide seafood items to cook without using animal fats and alcohol.
Please tip direct to masseurs at local MASSAGE CENTRE OR SPA ~ minimum amount from USD 3.00 / GUEST.
Child or children ages applicable from 02-12 years old only.

~ Sharing room with 02 adults with extra bed = 75% of adult fares.

~ Sharing room with 02 adults without extra bed = 50% of adult fares.

Hotel extension room rates are inclusive of miscellaneous service charges, government taxes & breakfasts X 02 GUESTS ONLY.
Must ensure full payments transfer to our bank account 07 DAYS prior to guests' arrival to VIETNAM.